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Melissa Ennis

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Seeking job in sales or management.

Melissa Ennis

1315 Sherman Court, Allen, TX  75013

214-914-6908

mimi.m.ennis@gmail.com

 

To apply my experience with an established company offering advancement based upon achievement and results.

 

EXPERIENCE

2008-2018   PEACOCK ALLEY

MIDWEST TERRITORY SALES MANAGER: Managed five state area, serviced existing accounts and established new accounts.  Informed of promotions, incentives, and product changes. Accomplished yearly sales goal. Increased sales for two major accounts.

CUSTOMER RELATIONS MANAGER:  Managed team of four through major system change. Monitored open orders, backorders, and hold reports.  Tackled many issues related to the system change.  

RETAIL MANAGER FOR THE OUTLET AND DALLAS DESIGN DISTRICT STORE: Managed all aspects of operation from the stockroom to the sales floor.  Monitored/tracked actual results and addressed any gaps in sales, product, and inventory.  Fostered strong customer relationships with emphasis on great customer service. Planned all store events.

CUSTOMER SERVICE ASSOCIATE:  Managed southeast territory. Answered customer calls and helped with inquiries and solutions.

ASSISTANT TO VP OF HOSPITALITY: Structured new accounts and processed all hospitality, catalog, international accounts.  Updated accounts on purchase orders, shipping.  Created spread sheets on cost, product, and inventory availability.

 

2007-2008   BANYON COMPANY

SALES & MARKETING DIRECTOR

Aided in the development of a sustainable product line of furniture and accessories.  Managed Highpoint showroom.  Key person in charge of marketing product, customer service, and implementation.

 

1978-2006  STOREHOUSE FURNITURE

DESIGN CONSULTANT. PROMOTED TO ASSISTANT MANAGER WITHIN A YEAR.  ADVANCED TO STORE MANAGER AND PRESIDED AS WESTERN DISTRICT TRAINING MANAGER FOR ONE YEAR. Opened two new locations. In all, managed eight locations across three states averaging from 8000 to 16,000 square feet.  Manager of the year in 1984 and 2004.    Consistently made personal sales goals and store goals. Recognized for merchandising, store operations, and inventory control.  Promoted many assistant managers to managers and consistently had sales associates in the top ten of company.  First in company to earn the title of certified home furnishing consultant from the IDS.

 

EDUCATION

BA, MIDDLE TENNESSEE STATE UNIVERSITY

Member of Tau Omicron, GPA: 3.5

 

STRENGTHS

•          Adaptable sales approach to best suit each customer’s needs.

•          Results and deadline oriented            

•          Proactive problem solver

•          Prioritizes time

•          Team player